Development, progression and succession planning
3CO04 – Essentials of people practice
This CIPD Level 3 learning video for unit 3CO04 – Essentials of people practice explores development, progression and succession planning as critical stages within the employee lifecycle. Aligned with assessment criteria AC 1.1, the video examines how people professionals facilitate employee growth through role changes, promotion opportunities and succession planning whilst supporting retention and organisational performance. You'll discover the strategic importance of development initiatives, the connection between career progression and employee retention, and how professionals navigate the complete lifecycle from recruitment through to exit. By watching, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the people professional's role in supporting employee development and progression, essential knowledge for your CIPD qualification.
Assessment Criteria 1.1
Explain each stage of the employee lifecycle and the role of the people professional within it.
Indicative Content
Stages in the employee lifecycle: recruitment, employee experience of recruitment, induction/onboarding, physical and social orientation, company- and role-specific information, benefits of induction; development, role of development in retention and performance, role changes, promotion or succession planning, development of core skills and advanced skills; retention, exit, reasons why employees leave; people professional’s role within lifecycle.
What You'll Learn
Understanding the importance of development, progression and succession planning
About 3CO04 – Essentials of people practice
This unit introduces the fundamentals of people practice, ranging from the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation and law. It further explores a diverse array of specialist subjects such as recruitment, talent management, reward and learning and development, essential to a career in people practice. Importantly, this unit enables practitioners to apply their knowledge and skills, building their confidence and ability to practise progressively.
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